PRP Is An Innovative Treatment For Hair Loss

For hair loss sufferers, the feeling of desperation to find a treatment can be overwhelming. It seems like it would be easy in a saturated market of creams, ointments, supplements, scalp stimulators, and a variety of other “miracle treatments” promising to regrow hair. Hair transplant and other surgical treatments are invasive and costly and at times provide unnatural results. With so many “snake oil” treatments available, it is more likely to find disappointment time and time again. The good news is, there is a solution – platelet rich plasma (PRP).

According to the American Hair Loss Association, androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) accounts for more than 95% of hair loss in men, and by the age of fifty, approximately 85% of men have significantly thinning hair. And if you thought hair loss was a man’s disease, think again. AHLA goes on to say that women make up 40% of American hair loss sufferers.

Although alopecia (hair loss) is a very common condition, it is a disease that has wide-reaching effects on its sufferers, including a severe decline in self-esteem, burdening relationships, and even affecting their professional lives. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment is a great solution for the non-surgical treatment of alopecia (hair loss) in men and women.

PRP therapy for hair loss is a treatment that involves withdrawing a patient’s blood (in the same manner as a routine blood test), processing it in a centrifuge to separate the PRP from the rest of the blood, and injecting it into the desired areas of the scalp. After the PRP is injected, the treated areas are micro-needled, and the remaining growth factors are spread over the treatment area for complete coverage. Patients are sent home with aftercare instructions and medications are often used in home-care regimens to optimize and prolong the effectiveness of the treatment.

PRP is blood plasma fortified with platelets that contain several different growth factors and other proteins that affect the cells around them, in other words, stimulating stem cells in the microenvironment of the hair follicle which facilitates new cellular growth. Three PRP treatment sessions are required for optimal results, 4-6 weeks apart.

Call (480) 451-1700 to schedule your complimentary consultation with one of our Nurse Injectors to see what PRP treatment can do for you!

Meet Dr. Daniel Shapiro

A world-class plastic surgeon in a league of his own.

Dr. Shapiro is an award-winning, board-certified plastic surgeon with over 27 years of experience in his field. With impressive technical skill and a talent for creating natural-looking results, his practice has become a leading destination for discerning patients throughout the country.

Known for his compassion and honesty, Dr. Shapiro strives to educate his patients so that they are empowered about their care. He carefully explains the procedures, expected results, and techniques in a way that anyone can understand. Additionally, he personally guides his clients every step of the way – from the initial consultation to their post-operative care – to ensure an enjoyable experience and the best possible results.

Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

Dear Patients,

It is with great pleasure that I announce the reopening of my practice for both surgical and non-surgical services on May 1, 2020. As per the governor Ducey's executive order on April 22, 2020, elective surgery has been allowed to proceed, with appropriate precautions taken by health care professionals to ensure continued vigilance against the spread of Covid-19.

Our office staff and the staff of Paradise Valley Cosmetic Surgery Center and Surgical Recovery Center have proactively taken necessary precautions to meet strict criterion for health providers according to the state of Arizona. These include necessary patient screening for Covid-19, strict protocols for cleaning offices and treatment rooms, adequate PPE, and continued social distancing. As before, waiting areas will have minimal capacity, and friends and family members should not accompany one into offices or treatment areas.

With great anticipation we welcome you back to the practice, and wish you all continued health and safety.